Thurrock Council

At Thurrock Council, we’re proud to support your development. With ongoing learning opportunities, achievement frameworks and an outstanding management team, we’ll help you fulfil your potential.

Our Vision

We’re working to make Thurrock a city of thriving businesses, communities and individuals. When our people flourish, Thurrock flourishes.

Our Mission

At Thurrock Council, we’re on a mission. We’re committed to creating a great place for learning and opportunity; encouraging and promoting job creation and economic prosperity; building pride, responsibility and respect to create safer communities; improving health and wellbeing and protecting and promoting our clean and green environment.

We believe that every child has the right to a happy, fulfilling future. Our outstanding Social Workers drive the success and happiness of our young people. Our defined practice approach offers a consistent framework for achievement. The Signs of Safety system prioritises contextual safeguarding and relationship-based support for families and children, allowing you to form a full understanding of their unique circumstances. With regular feedback from those accessing our services, you’ll be able to inform your practice with ongoing learning and reflection.

Your management team will encourage you to be ambitious, comfortable and confident. Join us for the opportunity to further your career in social work in a diverse, inclusive and supportive environment.

Working in Children's Services

Our Authorities

Councils that make up Eastern Regions